Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Golf Diesel 2000cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 163,523 miles on the clock, averaging 10,382 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FM53 ORA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48 |
| Average per year | 10,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM53 ORA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2000cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 ORA
What car is FM53 ORA?
FM53 ORA is an silver Volkswagen Golf, diesel (2000cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 ORA?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 ORA was 163,523 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 ORA passed its MOT?
FM53 ORA has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2019.
Is FM53 ORA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 ORA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM53 ORA?
FM53 ORA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.